Program Overview
The City and Regional Planning at University of Memphis is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the City and Regional Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 1,054 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 566 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Memphis, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the City and Regional Planning programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Planning the American City
- Planning Theory & Perspectives
- Land Use Controls
- Comprehensive Planning Studio
- Project Planning Studio
- Site Planning
- Planning & the Metro Economy
- Land Use Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Program Admission
- Applicants must satisfy the University\'s Graduate School admission standards and receive favorable endorsement from the planning faculty.
- Admission will be based on applicable test scores (GRE or MAT); undergraduate grade point average; previous education and/or experience; and ability to articulate career and education objectives.
- In addition to completing the Graduate School application, applicants should also submit the following material directly to the Graduate Program in City & Regional Planning:
- A personal statement (500 words) describing related background, career objectives and interest in studying planning at the University of Memphis.
- Current resume
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,054 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 566 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,054 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 566 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Memphis directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Memphis
University of Memphis
Memphis, United States
public research university in Memphis, Tennessee, USA
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
